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F726 LKM

1997 Honda VFR400R

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,017 mi
Last recorded31,017 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R38,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF726 LKM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 31,017 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 30,694 miles

front brake binding requires attention

Pass 9 Aug 2012 30,231 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

brakes lack bite

no front possition lamp fitted

Fail 27 Jul 2012 30,219 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

no front possition lamp fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2011 22,475 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 22,473 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 22,473 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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F726 LKM is a 1997 Honda VFR400R in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 38,236 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F726 LKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F726 LKM registered?

F726 LKM is a 1997 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is F726 LKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F726 LKM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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